Chapter Introduction, Overview | SUPER MICRO Computer sc827 guide

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

Supermicro's SC827 (2U Twin2) chassis is designed to optimize performance per Watt and per dollar with four independent hot-pluggable DP computing nodes ef- ficiently organized into a 2U form factor. Each node provides three 3.5" hard drives for RAID 5 data protection, and is contained in a convenient module to facilitate easy system upgrades, installation and maintenance. The SC827 chassis is equipped with high-efficiency optional 1 + 1 Gold Level redundant power supplies (93%), power-efficient server board and optimized cooling subsystems. The 2U Twin2 is the best choice for HPC, datacenter and cost-effective blade-type applications.

1-2 Shipping List

Part Numbers

Please visit the following link for the latest shiping lists and part numbers for your par- ticular chassis model http://www.supermicro.com/products/chassis/2U/?chs=827

SC827 Chassis

Model

SC827T-R1200W

SC827H-R1200W

SC827T-R1400W

SC827H-R1400W

MB Node

Hot-Swap

Feature

No

Yes

No

Yes

CPU	HDD
Dual CPU	12x SAS/SATA
Dual CPU	12x SAS/SATA
Dual CPU	12x SAS/SATA
Dual CPU	12x SAS/SATA

I/O Slots

4x LP

4x LP

4x LP

4x LP

Power

Supply

1200W Re-

dundant

1200W Re-

dundant

1400W Re-

dundant

1400W Re-

dundant

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SUPER MICRO Computer sc827 user manual Chapter Introduction, Overview, Shipping List, Part Numbers

Contents

Super SC827 Chassis Manual About This Manual Preface Introduction Manual Organization Compatible Backplanes Table of Contents Rack Installation Viii Overview Chapter IntroductionShipping List Part Numbers Contacting Supermicro Returning Merchandise for Service SC827 Chassis Manual Chapter System Safety Preparing for SetupElectrical Safety Precautions Page System Safety Page Components Chapter Chassis Components Power Supply Where to get Replacement Components Chassis Control Panel Chapter System Interface Control Panel LEDs Control Panel Buttons SAS/SATA Drives Drive Carrier LEDs SC827 Chassis Manual Chapter Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chassis Cover Remove two Screws Check Ventilation OpeningsRemoving the Chassis Cover and Protective Film Motherboard Drawer Locations in the Chassis Installing and Removing Hard Drives Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis Removing a Hard Drive Tray Dummy Drive Drive Tray Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive Tray Removing Hard Drive SAS or Sata Hard Drive Drive Tray Removing and Installing the Backplane Removing the BackplaneRemoving the Backplane from the Chassis Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis Installing the Backplane into the Chassis Installing the Backplane Installing the Motherboard Compatible Motherboards Permanent and Optional StandoffsShields Chassis Setup and Maintenance Page Installing the Adapter Card Installing and Replacing Adapter CardsAdapter Card Motherboard Drawer Spacer Plate Five Screws Removing the Adapter Card Add-on Card Slot Clip PCI Slot Shield Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup Installing the Riser Card Installing the Riser Card Installing Add-on Cards Add-on CardRiser Card Installing the Air Shrouds Installing an Air ShroudAir Shrouds Installation Complete Checking the AirflowChecking Airflow System Fans Optional Fan Configurations Changing a System Fan 18 System Fan Placement Power Supply Power Supply ReplacementRelease Tab Changing the Power Supply Chapter Rack Installation Choosing a Setup LocationUnpacking the System General Server Precautions Rack Precautions Rack Mounting Considerations Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Rack Mounting Instructions Locking Tabs Releasing the Inner RailReleasing Inner Rail from the Outer Rails Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis Installing the Inner RailsInner Rails Installing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Standard Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a RackBall-Bearing Shuttle Optional Quick Installation Method SC827 Chassis Manual Overview Compatibility and Optional Accessories List Appendix a Cables, Screws Other Accessories DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, and Floppy Drive Chassis Screws Appendix B SC827 Power Supply Specifications SC827 Chassis Manual Appendix C SAS-827T Safety Guidelines ESD Safety GuidelinesGeneral Safety Guidelines Introduction to the SAS-827T Backplane An Important Note to Users Connector, Jumper and Pin Definitions Front Connectors and JumpersFront Connectors Motherboard Power Connectors Front Connector and Pin DefinitionsMB Power Connections Connector Motherboard SAS Ports Fan Connector Y-Cable Optional feature, sold separately Chassis Fan ConnectorsSystem Fans FAN4 FAN3 SAS-827T Backplane Upgrade Connector Backplane Main Power ConnectorsManufacturers Test Connectors 14. 15. Backplane to Front Panel Headers Figure C-7 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis 22. 33. SAS Ports Explanation of Jumpers Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions Front LED Indicators State SpecificationD11 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Appendix D SAS-827B Backplane Specifications Introduction to the SAS-827B Backplane Jumpers and Pin Definitions Front Connectors Motherboard to Backplane Connec- tors SAS-827B Backplane 13. 14. Backplane to Front Panel Headers Means the jumper is on and Open means To modify the operation of the backplane State LED Indicators D14 D13J11 D18 D24 D27 Figure D-6 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis